Roy Rockwood was a house pseudonym used by the Stratemeyer Syndicate for boy's adventure books. Edward Stratemeyer had earlier used the pseudonym "Roy Rockwood" for the book The Wizard of the Sea; or a Trip Under the Ocean.
"Five Thousand Miles Underground" by Roy Rockwood is an action-packed story for young teens. The professor built an amazing machine with the ability to fly and float. This happened shortly after 1900, a long time before the Wright brothers. The machine transported a select group to the earth's center, where mythical creatures lived. Danger and adventure reign supreme...
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Dismantling the dirigible-ship Monarch & the submarine Porpoise, our crew constructs from the combined parts the Flying Mermaid which is both airship & submarine. They leave their home in Maine & head for a region of the South Polar sea where they previously found an opening into the Hollow Earth & fly right in. Deep below the earth they discover a lost race of giants & experience a tremendous lot of adventures involving a murderous plant, weird animals, & a subterranean temple of treasure. Using parts taken from the dirigible-ship Monarch and the submarine Dolphin our crew constructs the Flying Mermaid, an airship-submarine! They take their new vehicle to the South Polar sea and discover an entrance in the Hollow Earth, where they find a lost race of giants, murderous plants, weird animals, and a temple full of treasure...
" Embark on a thrilling interstellar adventure with "Lost on the Moon: In Quest of the Field of Diamonds" by Roy Rockwood. This captivating book takes readers on an extraordinary journey to the moon, where mystery, danger, and the pursuit of treasure await. In "Lost on the Moon," readers will join a courageous group of explorers as they set out on a daring mission to discover the legendary Field of Diamonds. As they traverse the lunar landscape, they encounter unexpected challenges, encounter strange creatures, and unravel the secrets of the moon's hidden treasures. Roy Rockwood's storytelling captures the imagination and curiosity of readers, transporting them to a world where science fiction meets exploration. Through vivid descriptions and thrilling encounters, the author creates a sense of wonder and adventure, showcasing the limitless possibilities of space. Join the intrepid explorers on their perilous quest, as they navigate treacherous terrain, overcome formidable obstacles, and strive to unravel the mysteries of the moon."
DigiCat Publishing presents to you this special edition of "Dave Dashaway and His Hydroplane; Or, Daring Adventures over the Great Lake" by Roy Rockwood. DigiCat Publishing considers every written word to be a legacy of humankind. Every DigiCat book has been carefully reproduced for republishing in a new modern format. The books are available in print, as well as ebooks. DigiCat hopes you will treat this work with the acknowledgment and passion it deserves as a classic of world literature.